A variety of content often tips the interest of senior citizens and retired persons, revolving around the delivery of their Social Security benefits. Due to different timelines for distribution, it can get overwhelming to follow the correct schedule. This article aims to provide information on when December 2024 Social Security payments will be coming.
The Basics of Social Security
The Social Security Administration (SSA) provides benefits to retirees, disabled individuals, and their families. Beneficiaries usually receive their payments on the second, third, or fourth Wednesday of the month based on the beneficiary’s birth date. However, there are exceptions to this rule, notably for those who started receiving benefits before 1997, veterans receiving both Social Security benefits and VA benefits, and a few others.
December 2024 Social Security Payment Schedule
To find out the specific date when December 2024 Social Security payments will be deposited, the author used the SSA’s payment schedule. Let’s detail the delivery dates:
- If you were born between the 1st and the 10th, your benefits will arrive on the second Wednesday of December, which in 2024 will be December 11.
- If your birthday falls between the 11th and 20th, your benefits will arrive on the third Wednesday of December, which is December 18 in 2024.
- If your birthday is on the 21st or later, your benefits will arrive on the fourth Wednesday of December, which in 2024 falls on December 25.
How to Respond to Delayed Payments
If your Social Security payment is late, you should wait up to three days before contacting the SSA because bank processing times can vary, and the SSA has no control over this. If it’s been more than three days since the payment was due to be deposited, please contact the SSA directly at 1-800-772-1213 or visit a local field office. The SSA also recommends taking advantage of its online tools, such as the My Social Security dashboard, to mitigate potential issues.
Delivery Alternatives
Did you know the SSA no longer sends paper checks? If you don’t have a bank account, the payments will be loaded onto a Direct Express Card. The Direct Express card is a prepaid debit card that can be used to pay for goods and services or get cash back.
Coming to a well-informed cornerstone helps ease the anxiety for seniors and retirees waiting for their Social Security payments. With a broad understanding of how and when these funds are distributed, beneficiaries can now plan their financial requirements accordingly for December 2024.
Last modified: November 22, 2024